Welcome to
Hitchin Symphony Orchestra
Hitchin Symphony Orchestra's motto, 'Promoting Live Music', sums up our passion and goal as an orchestra. Bringing a high standard of symphonic concerts to Hitchin audiences, we enjoy a well-earned reputation for imaginative programming. We are especially pleased to offer a concert platform for local musicians – both orchestral players and soloists.
Concerts
On Saturday 21 November, join us for an evening that spans the elegance of the Classical era and the rich orchestral colours of Romanticism. Bringing together two works widely regarded as the greatest achievements of their composers’ symphonic careers, the programme features Haydn's Symphony No. 104 ‘London’ and Bruckner's Symphony No. 4 ‘Romantic’. Haydn's final symphony crowns a lifetime of innovation with its wit, warmth and irresistible energy, while Bruckner's much-loved Fourth Symphony evokes a world of medieval castles, distant hunting calls and sweeping landscapes. Together, these masterpieces capture the symphony at two defining moments: Haydn bringing the Classical tradition to its peak, and Bruckner expanding it to new Romantic heights.
On Sunday 28 June, HSO had the joy of performing our animal-themed children’s concerts to our young audience and their adults. We had great fun and hope they did too! A huge thank‑you to everyone who helped make it happen, including Alison Langer for being a brilliant narrator, Vanessa & Nick for organising the fabulous craft activities, and The British Schools Museum for hosting the event.
Seeking Musicians
We are always keen to hear from instrumentalists looking to join an exciting and friendly orchestra in North Hertfordshire. At present we would particularly like to hear from violinists, cellists and double bassists looking to play with an orchestra.
For more information see the Join Us page.
Patrons of HSO
Our Patrons help support the continued development of the orchestra and this allows our audiences to enjoy new and exciting programmes and soloists. We are very grateful to the members of our Patrons scheme.
If you would like to join the scheme and get discounted concert tickets, please see the Support Us page.